Sushi in the Gulf of Mexico

[p323ms]

We have started using a Cuban reel with 150' of mono and a 4" plastic minnow lure when off shore. So far we haven't caught anything in less than 70' of water. We aren't doing great but have caught a couple of little tuna that were great grilled. Coming back Sunday we caught a King Mackerel about 26" from nose to fork that we immediately placed on ice. When we got home I filleted the fish and placed in refrigerator. Last night just after 24 hours of catching we made sushi with some of the fish. It was great!!!! We ate $100 worth of sushi with nice big pieces of fish. It was a little scarey as it was our first time. Now we are planning to make sushi on the boat whenever possible. Obviously we would like a nice fat blackfin tuna or a dolphin. But whatever we catch will have to do. Any advice on what fish not to eat or which are particularly good and we are likely to catch???? Will we get in trouble with the law by eating the fish while still at sea?? Ceviche recipes??? I know this isn't directly related to sailing but I think many people troll while sailing.Thanks Tom

 

[Tony5898]

Citrus

Tom, I remember fishing in Alaska many years ago and catching a nice size salmon. I brought soy sayce, ginger and other condiments just in case for this occassion. The taste and freshness was incredible. As for ceviche, here's the trick - bring citrus (e.g. Limes, Lemons, Oranges, etc.) along with Cilantro and Sweet Onion (Vidalia, etc.) Ceviche is a type of cooking where the citrus cooks the fish. Mix approx 4:1:1 (Orange, lime, Lemon) or so to taste and add cilantro and onions. Throw in the fish and throw everything in the fridge for a couple of hours.

 

[Paul McGhee]

Depth is the problem

We troll a big rapala, but with monofilament all you are fishing is the top 10 feet of water. We catch bluefish after bluefish here along the Atlantic coast, but we always throw them back, they aren't much to eat.I hear there's a rig called a "drale" (sp?) that pulls the bait down below 20 feet. That's where the stripers, tuna and other more desirable fish are.Wire line is the ticket, but what a hassle.

 

[Dave]

Bluefish Recipes

I find the comment "bluefish aren't much to eat" a little shortsighted. If you want to appreciate a good bluefish all you need to do is read the book "Blues" by John Hersey. One of the best books I have ever read. It is filled with recipes for bluefish. When the fish is freshly caught, filleted, and cooked immediately on the grill it is fantastic. It does not keep however, only keep what you intend to eat that day. Leftovers will go bad, very bad, and I am not a fan of freezing the fish. It is a great meal if fresh and cooked with a good recipe.dave